Education · Circular 24 of 2026

Deputy Director: Infrastructure and Information Systems

Department of Education

Overview

Deputy Director for Infrastructure and Information Systems at the Bohlabela District Office in Bushbuckridge, managing education resource planning and information systems.

Requirements

  • An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) as recognized by SAQA or equivalent qualifications related to the field plus 3 years relevant experience.
  • In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, Treasury Regulations and the specific work field.
  • Sound knowledge and experience of all building project matters, education and training management information systems as well as computer based system services.
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good presentation and report writing skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to function independently.
  • Proven management skills and the ability to liaise at a high level.
  • The ability to develop systems and processes as well as policies and procedures.
  • Client-orientation/customer focus.
  • Analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
  • Extensive computer user knowledge and experience.
  • Valid driver's license.

Duties

  • Manage and co-ordinate the rendering of integrated education resource planning- and resource management services within the MTEF.
  • Oversee the performing of works inspections.
  • Manage the strategic development and operation of education and training management information systems, collecting and provisioning of education data at District level.
  • Manage the establishment, support and maintenance of effective and efficient information communication technology systems throughout the district.

How to apply

Should be uploaded via the following link https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Enquiries: Ms A Mashile Tel No: (013) 766 7441

Notes

Applications should be submitted on the latest Form Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only. Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. The filling of posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Education within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS

Post 24/274, sourced from the DPSA Circular 24 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Education by 30 July 2026, quoting reference A5/099 This is a re-advertisement of the post advertised in the PSVC 22 of 2026. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga
Salary
R932 292 p/a
Closing date
30 July 2026
Reference
A5/099 This is a re-advertisement of the post advertised in the PSVC 22 of 2026
How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.